NEW LIST OF UNIVERSITIES OFFERING BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREES IN NURSING

KUCCPS has at the same time expanded the list of universities accredited to offer Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Universities offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Kenya encompass: Pwani University, Kabianga University, Daystar University, the University of Nairobi, Kenyatta University, Kibabii University, Moi University, Kisii University,  Egerton University, Uzima University, Maseno University among others. Check the table above for full details.

 

REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (NURSING)

The minimum requirements for students wishing to enroll for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing have also been revised as follows; Check the table below for quick details

See the table below for details;

	KUCCPS Course	Cut Off Points 2022-2023	Level	Number  of Advertisements Subjects	Cut off Points  per Subject	Career Pathway	Duration	Fees per Semester
1	Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing BSCN	KCSE mean grade of C+ or its equivalent with C+ plus in each of the following cluster subjects: English, Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry Mathematics, or Physics	Under-graduate- Degree Level	C+ plus in each of the following cluster subjects: English, Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry Mathematics, or Physics	C+ plus in each of the following cluster subjects: English, Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry Mathematics, or Physics	The course prepares students to partake in careers in nursing in both private and public sectors. The program is offered to both government and private students. The graduates of the programme are highly marketable locally and across the borders. Job opportunities in the local market include among others: •    Ministry of Health •    Private and Mission Hospitals •    Non-Governmental Organizations •    Research Institutions	The Bachelor of Science degree in nursing takes four academic years of two semesters each. • All the courses in the programme are core and must be completed by the student before graduation.	The tuition Fee is approximately KSHS Kshs. 240,000 but there may be slight variations from one university to the other.

 

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The course is supposed to develop liberally educated and self-directing individuals. Such individuals should be prepared to provide leadership in nursing practice, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education, Research, and Publication in their chosen area of specialization. Such individuals should be able to function effectively in a variety of settings, where the sick are cared for and where the health of individuals, families, and communities is maintained and promoted.

Careers: BScN Graduates can pursue careers as KRCHN in clinical settings including hospitals, community health agencies, and maternity units; as managers of nursing services, and in academics.